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Italian reactions to the AfD’s reported triumph in Saxony-Anhalt

Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini called the result a “triumph” for the AfD and said it represented democracy, while other Italian politicians described it as a cause for concern.

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What is happening

Salvini wrote on social media that “another Europe is possible.” Roberto Vannacci celebrated the result, while Antonio Tajani called it “bad news.” Pd’s Filippo Sensi said that fear had won, and Carlo Calenda warned that the European Union was at risk. Ilaria Salis and Riccardo Magi also expressed concern.

Why is it on the Radar?

The reactions report sharply different interpretations of the election outcome, ranging from approval and calls for a different Europe to warnings about fear and risks for the European Union.

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